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have the final word

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have the final/last word 
1. to say the last statement in a discussion or argument Tim can't bear to lose an argument. He always has to have the last word.
2. to make the final decision about something (usually + on ) Our head chef has the final word on what is served each week.
See also: final, have, word


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I believe that unarmed truth and unconditional love will have the final word.
Yet marking the dead with the cross is a sign of hope, a proclamation that sickness and death no longer have the final word.
The Supreme Court may have the final word in legal matters, but when it comes to the Boy Scouts of America's policy against openly gay scouts and troop leaders, the court of public opinion may be the final arbiter.
 
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